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a belief in or the policy of maintaining a strong military capability and being prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests
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Militarism is the belief or desire of a government or people that a country should maintain a strong military capability and be prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.
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Some people argue that militarism only leads to more violence and conflict.
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I'm not a fan of all this militarism, it just seems like a waste of resources.
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The militarism of the fashion industry was evident in the bold and aggressive designs on the runway.